Biologically typical Green Martian
possessing super-strength, speed, stamina, agility, invulnerability, flight, telepathy, telekinesis, invisibility,
intangibility, laser vision, acute senses with an ability to change shape and mass; capable of living without
nutrition, liquid, air or rest for long periods of time possessing an extremely long life expectancy.

Genius level intelligence with skills as a police detective.

Note: The only known weakness of Martians is a biologically programmed psychological
fear of fire, which when conquered causes the reversion to a chaotic and violent state.

An ancient race of chaotic and warlike beings the Burning Martians were perceived as a threat by the
Guardians of the Universe. Opposed to eradicating
an entire race, the Oans saw potential in the Martians and genetically manipulated them to be vulnerable to
the very force which drove their chaotic impulses, fire.

Suppressed of their chaotic impulses Martians then became known for their creative works, culture and
dedication to justice and peace.

Not knowing his races legacy, the last known surviving Martian, J'onn J'onzz sought to overcome his
psychological fear of fire in order to become a more effective hero. This in turn unlocked a genetic memory
of his chaotic nature and instead of a hero he became the global menace known as
Fernus the Burning.